Glaucoma secondary to eye inflam, r eye, indeterminate stage

This code signifies glaucoma that has developed as a direct consequence of inflammation within the right eye. The inflammatory process has led to increased intraocular pressure, resulting in optic nerve damage characteristic of glaucoma, but the specific stage of the disease progression is not yet determined.

Use this code when documentation clearly links glaucoma in the right eye to a preceding or co-occurring inflammatory condition, such as uveitis or iritis. This code is appropriate when the ophthalmologist has diagnosed glaucoma secondary to inflammation but has not yet specified the stage (e.g., mild, moderate, severe, or absolute).

• Ensure the medical record explicitly states the causal link between eye inflammation and the development of glaucoma.
• Do not use this code if the stage of glaucoma (e.g., mild, moderate, severe) is documented; instead, select the more specific code.
• Always code the underlying inflammatory condition (e.g., uveitis) first, followed by this code for the secondary glaucoma.